whey_hair_loss : Whey Protein and Hair Loss Prevention
On Blog of Stuff .com| whey_hair_loss : Whey Protein and Hair Loss Prevention posted by teeba- | ||
 Some people claim that whey protein (shakes) help reduce hair loss, as well as generally helping your health. Whey protein is not something new and has been available for hundreds of years to individuals who valued the role of a nutritious diet in achieving optimal health. During the last 15-20 years the value of whey protein has become more widely known, especially in the area of sports nutrition. More recently, whey protein has been singled out as a super-star ingredient for other types of products including ones formulated for weight loss, infant nutrition and immune support. Whey protein is a high quality protein powder from cow's milk. Milk has two proteins: Casein (approximately 80%) and Whey Protein (approximately 20%). Whey protein is more soluble than casein and also has a higher quality rating. It is often referred to as the "Gold Standard" of protein as it is the most nutritious protein available. There may be a large difference between whey protein concentrate and isolate. Whey protein isolate is the most pure and concentrated form of whey protein available. It contains 90% or more protein and very little (if any) fat and lactose. Whey protein concentrate has anywhere between 29% and 89% protein depending upon the product. As the protein level in whey protein concentrate decreases the amounts of fat and/or lactose usually increase. |
 Whey protein is a high quality, complete protein, with all the essential amino acids. Whey protein is also the richest known source of naturally occurring branched chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine and valine). These are important for active individuals, individuals who exercise and professional athletes. The body requires higher amounts of branched chain amino acids during and following exercise as they are taken up directly by the skeletal muscles versus first being metabolized through the liver, like other amino acids. Low BCAA levels contribute to fatigue and they should be replaced in one-hour or less following exercise, can be strenous or light, or participation in a competitive event. Many athletes consume a BiPro beverage both before and immediately after exercise or an event to help repair and rebuild lean muscle tissue. Adding whey protein to the diet is a great way to jump-start a weight loss program. Whey protein is a key ingredient in numerous weight loss and meal replacement products and whey protein isolate (with no fat or carbohydrates) is often the preferred choice. Studies have found that individuals who combine diets with leucine rich protein foods, like whey protein, and exercise have more lean muscle tissue and they lose more body fat. As they lose fat their metabolic rate increases and they naturally burn more calories each day. Another way that whey protein helps manage weight is by promoting satiety, or a feeling of fullness. One recent study showed that maybe whey protein was superior to casein, the other protein in cow's milk, in promoting satiety. |
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 Protein is an important nutrient needed by everyone of a daily basis. It is made up of essential and non-essential amino acids, which are the "building blocks" for healthy bodies. Protein has a number of different roles in the body including the following:
The body is able to make non-essential amino acids from other amino acids in the body. However, the body is not able to make essential amino acids and the only way to get them is by eating high quality protein foods. Protein sources that contain all of the essential amino acids are called complete proteins. Whey protein is a naturally complete protein. Protein needs vary by person depending upon age, weight, sex, activity level and overall health. Athletes and individuals with special medical needs often need more protein than the recommended dietary allowance, or RDA. |
 Healthy diets should regularly include high quality, low fat sources of protein, like whey protein. Calories do count and you want to make sure that you are getting the most benefit from the calories you consume. Compared to other proteins, on a gram-to-gram basis whey protein isolate delivers more essential amino acids to the body but without the fat or cholesterol. Nutrition experts recommend a diet with a variety of protein foods but for optimal results make sure that one of them is whey protein. Milk is a highly nutritious beverage however, it only contains about 1% of whey protein. In order to get all the benefits of whey protein, you need to take a concentrated whey protein powder like whey protein isolate. Whey protein is a soluble, very easy to digest protein. It quickly enters the body to provide the important essential amino acids needed to nourish muscles and other body tissues. This is one of the reasons it is a common ingredient in infant formula and protein supplements for medical use. |
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| prom_hair : Prom hairstyle tips posted by iqucwa | ||
 To make your prom to go as smoothly as possible. First, choose if you are having your hair done at home or at the salon. Then read up on some tips to keep in mind, as well as hairstyles to consider. Straightening your hair before doing any styling will make the styling easier, especially if you wish to have clean fresh curls. This season, the curls are little and tight. Part your hair on top of your head to "glamour up" an ordinary hairstyle. If your hair is dry, run conditioner (about a dime/nickel size depending on thickness of hair) through your hair to eliminate frizz. This really works and won't make your hair crispy like mouse or spray. If you are not sure which products to use and you are on a budget, try Herbal Essence. It smells fabulous and works all hair types. |
 Prom is that one special night you want to remember as perfect, therefore your hair may become your worst enemy - if it is not already. So first off, you must remember "not to fret about the small stuff." If all else fails, straighten your hair for a sleek and glamorous look, wear a delicate headband with rhinestones, or tie your hair up and add babies breath to make it appear professional. Another popular fashion style that like always works is the traditional French twist. Always Popular Hairstyles If you do not trust others with your hair or simply do not no what style to choose from, follow the guide below to find an always popular and do-able hairstyle. not to mention easy - and best of all.cheap. The CLASSIC girl will brush her hair back in a tight ponytail leaving a small section of the pony tail underneath. Wrap what was left out around the pony tail holder. Use bobby pins to secure the loose hair, but try to keep them hidden. Remember that the tighter the hair, the less you will have to spend time restyling later that night when you're having fun. Don't make the ponytail either too high or too low, and use a little bit of hair spray - sleek it down with your fingertips to decrease any flyways. |
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 Going to the Salon? Make an appointment at least 2 weeks in advance. Bring a picture of the hairstyle you want, and know exactly what you are expecting. Communicate with the stylist to make sure there are no misunderstandings. Wear a button down shirt so you don't ruin all that hard work when you go to get dressed. Expect to spend at least $30 - $65. Don't stress out if it doesn't turn out exactly how you wanted it to. Tips About Today's Styles STRAIGHT hair is in, but so are CURLS. Natural tone highlights are out. Instead, streak your tips or underneath of hair with a metallic purple, wine red or other loud color for the trendy retro look. |
 If you want to go for the GIRLIE look, start with a small part to the side. Brush your hair back and to the opposite side of the part (below your ears). Tie your hair back on the side with a cute ponytail holder that matches your dress, and let your hair fall over the front of your shoulders. You can brush out some of the hair from the top so that it is loose and has volume. For those that have layers, let the shorter ends fall loose but keep them all to one side. ROMANTIC is always a popular look for prom. The traditional style is to pull half of your hair up form your ears to the top of your head. Tie the hair back in a ponytail and divide the hair into small or large section (whichever you prefer). Twist the sections and tie them up, leaving the tips loose to flutter. Then secure with bobby pins (the more the better, as long as they are concealed). Leave the rest of your hair hanging straight (use a straightening iron if your hair is naturally wavy or curly) and use conditioner to eliminate frizz. |
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| perm_damage : Perm hair damage posted by _iabwbad | ||
 A permanent wave process inexpertly applied is probably the most damaging chemical treatment that hairdressers see. The cuticle scales on the hair is lifted up and separated from each other. They will never return to normal, and as soon as a comb passes over them they may break off. The cuticle may be completely stripped off, revealing the cortex underneath. This too is now exposed to weathering, and will probably not survive unbroken for long. From straightforward styling to elaborate perms, from a temporary tint to a platinum bleach, all these processes depend on changing part of the structure of hair. The stylists and technicians who have to apply them are expected to have a thorough understanding of hair structure, the hair growth cycle and the continuing care of hair. They need a working knowledge of the disorders of the hair and scalp, the chemistry of hair care products and the ways in which they protect the hair, and the science that underlies the various cosmetic procedures. |
 Curls produced by setting are tight when they are first formed, but they can be brushed out into a lighter style. Using setting lotions or hair sprays gives a firmer effect, and helps to hold the temporary curl in for longer. Softer, looser styles can be created by brushing and blow drying only, without using rollers. The principle is exactly the same as that of the setting process. The only difference is that the hydrogen bonds re-connect to form the style that has been shaped by the brush. All hair gradually absorbs moisture from the air, and as the hydrogen bonds break it will in time lose its style - especially in damp weather! The Perm |
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 Just as a doctor takes a 'history' of a new patient in the surgery, so the stylist looks at the history of a client's hair and examines its condition, in particular whether there is evidence that it has been chemically treated previously. The doctor can only decide what can be done for the patient once that history is known and understood: in the same way, the most expert stylist can only decide what is or is not possible after that examination has been made. Styling hair means temporarily or permanently altering its shape. Setting is different from perming in that there is no chemical reaction in the hair. All that happens is that some of the weak hydrogen bonds are broken by water and then re-form in the newly positioned hair as the water evaporates. A curl can be produced by setting hair on a former such as a curler or roller - that is, allowing wet hair to dry while twisted round the former. (Fixing wet hair into pin curls has a similar effect.) After the curlers or rollers have been removed the hair holds its shape until it gets wet again. In a perfect world, the hair could be left to dry naturally on the curlers or rollers and then combed out with a broad-toothed comb. But the pace and hurry of modern life makes this a luxury that we cannot afford, and the hair dryer has to be used to speed the process up. Heat is a great enemy to hair, however, and that means that dryers must always be used with great care and on a moderate setting. |
 People have been trying to turn straight hair into waves and curls for thousands of years. The women of Ancient Egypt used to apply a mixture of soil and water to their hair, wrap it on crudely made wooden 'rollers' and then bake the muddy mess in the sun - the results would have been anything but permanent, however! In fact, as we have seen, temporary waving is still carried out by setting damp or wet hair into a new shape on curlers or rollers. Heat from a dryer and the use of a setting lotion give a firmer, longer-lasting style. But the changes to the hair are the same as the Egyptian ladies brought about: only the weak hydrogen bonds in the hair are affected, and the hair goes back to its original shape as soon as it is dampened. The first truly permanent waves became available in 1920. The waving lotion was activated by heat from an electrical device. The early models did not have thermostats, and it was difficult to control their temperature. Early in the 1940s the 'cold wave' was introduced. This was basically the perming process that we use today. The cold wave had many advantages: the unpleasant heat and weight of the old appliances were completely eliminated, and the hair could be waved closer to the scalp. |
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